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Grammys 2020: Kirk Franklin, Meek Mill, DJ Khaled, John Legend and More to Perform in Nipsey Hussle Tribute
The biggest night in music is coming up and, of course, a special tribute to Nipsey Hussle is scheduled to take place. Born Ermias Joseph Asghedom, Nipsey was shot and killed on March 31, 2019. He was 33 years old. His tragic death sent waves across South L.A. and the music industry, as a whole.…
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Negro Noir: A Fall From Grace and the Curious Case of Wigs, (Diner) Wine and Wayward Filmmaking
Movies that are “so bad, they’re good” are one of life’s unsung treasures. And like anything, adding blackness to that principle is like adding proper seasoning. Thus, I introduce you to our new series reviewing/recapping bad black movies, Negro Noir. As our queen-in-chief Danielle Belton pointed out, it’s so black, the title of the series…
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Comeback Kings: Will Smith and Martin Lawrence’s Bad Boys for Life Breaks Box Office Record With $100 Million Opening
One thing that I learned in this business is to never write people off. Especially ones with real talent, skill, and tenacity. And staying power. Martin Lawrence and Will Smith proved that they are not to be forgotten with their latest movie offering, Bad Boys for Life, which shattered box office records during its opening…
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Move Like Obama: Forever First Lady Shares 2020 Workout Playlist with Bangers by Beyoncé, Cardi B, Kirk Franklin, and Ed Sheeran
For those who wonder how Michelle Obama stays in shape, the Forever First Lady has a workout playlist that features some of the biggest songs by some of the biggest music acts on it. On Sunday, Mrs. O—who just turned 56 on Friday and looks better than ever—shared her favorite songs to exercise to. Beyoncé,…
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Getting the Last Laugh, Mo’Nique Finally Has Another Stand Up Comedy Special
To the chagrin of the many detractors who continue to write her off, Mo’Nique has rebounded in a big way. The Academy Award, Golden Globe and NAACP Image Award-winning funnywoman will host her first stand-up special in almost 10 years. On Friday, Showtime announced that Mo’Nique & Friends: Live from Atlanta will air Feb. 7…
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Man Down: Rihanna and Billionaire Bae Hassan Jameel Reportedly Split Up
The low, rolling rumble you hear on the horizon? Those are the grunts of legions of men, women, and horny teens doing deep stretches so they can shoot their shot. Rihanna, the fashion and beauty mogul and Grammy-winning singer, has reportedly split up with 31-year-old businessman Hassan Jameel. The pair had been dating since 2017…
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Watchmen Is Getting the F*ck Up Off the Pool and Will Not Return for a Second Season
A network and a show creator walk into “Abar”… and decide to end their popular and acclaimed show on a high note. It’s official, show creator Damon Lindelof is stepping away from Watchmen and will not be pursuing a second season of the series. USA Today reports: Lindelof told USA TODAY this week that he’s…
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The Neptunes, Mariah Carey and the Isley Brothers Inducted Into the Songwriters Hall of Fame
It’s time for another hall of fame induction class! This time, we’re highlighting the iconic folks with the best lyrics of all time, the Songwriters Hall of Fame! The press release gives us a history lesson on SHOF: Established in 1969, the Songwriters Hall of Fame (SHOF) serves as a vital bridge between music’s past and…
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Bad Boys for Life Is So Ridiculous and That’s Not Necessarily a Bad Thing
Bad boys, bad boys, what ya gonna do, what ya gonna do when old age comes for you? Per the film’s official website: The Bad Boys Mike Lowrey (Will Smith) and Marcus Burnett (Martin Lawrence) are back together for one last ride in the highly anticipated Bad Boys for Life. “Our whole lives we’ve been…